A very good point. But then I never suggested that you weren't a perfectly fine fellow - even if (sadly) misguided regarding f.t.
Let me ask you this, if a hundred U.S. soldiers die instead of ten, will it make your argument more persuasive? [hoot]
It is well that you add the "hoot" to the statement, since it shows that you intend humor. I agree, the premise of the statement is hilarious.
I didn't intend the comment to be humorous, I intended to show derision. It's a real question: try answering it, if you can. [hoot]